1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Mustang (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | V50 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2639 mm |